1990 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2010 Ford Flex
To start off, 2010 Ford Flex is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Flex weights approximately 528 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Pontiac Bonneville | 2010 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Pontiac | Ford |
| Model | Bonneville | Flex |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
